A tart to Trump the political mood

November 09, 2016

It’s 9th November 2016 and Trump has alarmingly been voted the 45th US President. I’m not in the mood to celebrate so I thought I’d commiserate with an all American dessert of pecan pie – except that it has an English twist, since it’s a toffeed apple and pecan pie or tart, as we would say this side of the pond. It’s also just a few mere days since bonfire night, so toffee apples seemed just the thing.

I’m always talking about seasonality because I really believe in it where food is concerned, so apples are at the top of my list at the moment. I forgo them during the summer months in favour, or should I say ‘favor‘ of soft fruits and stone fruits but as soon as apples make a re-appearance, they are given a star turn and I’m happy to see them, even if it means the onslaught of autumn and the inevitable winter that is to come …

Any recipe that begins with the words “boil butter, sugar and cream for one minute” surely has to provoke happiness and joy, even on a day like today, when the weather is looking iffy and stormy, rather like the world political situation?

Here’s the recipe, it’s really easy to make – even an American President could probably have a shot at it.

You will need:

1 x 11” tart case, part baked (see this previous blog for how to do it)

Boil the butter, sugar and cream for one minute (see, I told you!). Allow to cool for a few minutes then add the beaten eggs, pecan nuts and apples. Pour into the baked tart case and bake in a pre-heated oven @ 175oC for 20 – 25 minutes or until set.

Delicious served warm with a dollop, actually, make that a massive American super-size dollop of clotted cream – who cares? On a day like today, it might just be the only answer.

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Tara is an award-winning chef, who started out in top restaurant kitchens in Bristol before setting up her own business in 2010. She is a Judge at The Taste of the West Awards, and in her private life, Tara is an avid cook, fermenter and eater and loves teaching others how to do the same!